WESTERLY, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Washington Trust'sCommercial Real Estate Groupprovided $6.9 million in construction financing to Storrs Center Alliance, LLC for the construction of a 32,175 square foot Price Chopper Supermarket and a 5,000 square foot stand-alone retail building in Mansfield, CT. The property is located in downtown Mansfield, across from the University of Connecticut and is the latest phase of the successfulStorrs Centerproject being developed byLeylandAlliance, LLC.

"The property has great market potential and is located in an especially attractive, high-traffic area near the University of Connecticut," said Joseph J. MarcAurele, Washington Trust Chairman, President and CEO.

Leyland Alliance, LLC is a real estate development company focused on the creation of mixed-used sustainable neighborhoods founded upon the principles ofNew Urbanism. Based in Tuxedo, NY the company develops neighborhoods that highlight innovative construction and environmental responsibility.

Founded in 1800, Washington Trust is one of New England's premier financial services companies, providingcommercial banking,personal banking,mortgage banking, andwealth managementservices to individuals and institutions throughout the region. OurCommercial Banking Groupoffers a full line of commercial and industrial lending, commercial real estate, and cash management services to borrowers throughout the Northeast.Our team of experienced professionals are dedicated to providing customized, comprehensive financing and personalized services. The Washington Trust Company is a subsidiary ofWashington Trust Bancorp, Inc.(NASDAQ Global Select, symbol: WASH).